| 9 miles from the m55 motorway. on the banks of the river wyre, this quirky 17th-century countryside coaching inn with rooms is 5. . breakfast is included and there's a dining terrace. the penthouse with its own private roof terrace features a roll top bath, 2-person wet-room shower and designer toiletries. with countryside views, a fireplace and wooden floors, the chic bar serves real ales and trendy food. chic individually styled rooms with designer wallpaper all overlook the river with views of the landscape and mountains, and have free wifi, blackout curtains, satellite tv, and tea and coffeemaking facilities
Manchester Airport 1 hr 4
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